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Marco Montalti et al.
Summary: In the study investigating COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among parents/guardians in Bologna, it was found that a majority were inclined to vaccinate, while hesitancy was higher among female parents/guardians of younger children, with lower education levels, relying on web-based information, and disliking mandatory vaccination policies. These data could help in designing targeted strategies to improve vaccine campaign adherence, especially focusing on web-based information.
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HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
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Health Policy & Services
Nirbachita Biswas et al.
Summary: COVID-19 vaccines have been approved for public use globally, but studies show healthcare workers globally exhibit vaccine hesitancy due to concerns about safety, efficacy, and side effects. Males, older individuals, and those with doctoral degrees (i.e., physicians) are more likely to accept vaccines, and factors like perceived risk, patient care involvement, and influenza vaccination history increase vaccine uptake likelihood. Strategies to improve communication, education, and mandates for clinical workers are crucial to address the high prevalence of vaccine hesitancy in healthcare workers. Healthcare workers play a key role in pandemic mitigation, serving as role models for preventive behaviors and facilitating vaccination efforts.
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(2021)
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Rocco Russo et al.
Summary: The study found that during the lockdown period in Italy, over one third of families skipped children vaccination appointments, mainly due to fear of the SARS-CoV-2 virus or postponement of vaccination services. This could pose a serious health threat to unvaccinated or under-vaccinated children. Measures such as spreading information on national and local preventive measures are important to combat vaccine hesitancy and maintain adequate coverage levels during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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